Take your game to the next level with the new and improved Marucci bat lineup. The CAT 8 USSSA Baseball Bat features a maximized barrel length provides a wider sweet spot thanks to its longer surface area. One of the main differences from the CAT 7 is the new and improved AZ105 Alloy, the strongest aluminum on the Marucci bat line, allows for thinner barrel walls, a higher response rate and better durability. This Marucci bat's one-piece alloy design blends year-round durability with a traditional feel, and its ring-free barrel construction eliminates dead spots while improving flex. Its precision-balanced barrel provides a lower M.O.I. nd balanced feels that makes it easy for any style of hitter to enjoy their personal best results. The 2nd Generation AV2 Anti-Vibration Knob that features an upgraded, harmonic dampening system for better feel and less negative vibrational feedback. Marucci Sports: Honor the Game.

This Marucci CAT 8 USSSA Big Barrel Bat features a -8 length to weight ratio, a 2 3/4 inch barrel, and the USSSA 1.15 BPF certification. The sting-free comfort knob is ergonomically-molded nylon engineered for best comfort and control, complemented by a micro-perforated soft-touch grip whose extra tack makes for a no-slip hold. Every element of the CAT 8 craftsmanship comes together to earn a sterling reputation: these Marucci bats provide simply the best look and feel with the most "pop" off the bat and the least vibrational feedback, making an ideal fit for any age and strength of hitter. Pick up one today and enjoy free shipping and a full one-year manufacturer's warranty. Don't forget, with our 24/7 customer service, we'll be here for you from click to hit!

Pros: Big pop, balanced feel, no vibrations or sting.
Great looking bat. Great price. Feels like a drop 10
11 year old swinging it and absolutely loves it . Great pop
Took it to field first night, hit a six or seven out with the first bucket.

Pros: Bought my son this bat after several hours of reading reviews on all makes and models on several different sites not jut this one.
I have always been a fan of the Demarinni Zen series of bat for travel ball until now.
I was very hesitant to purchase this bat over the coms available on the market this year but so glad I did.
My son is 52.5” weights 115 and swings this bat very easily, especially against faster pitchers.
My son was hitting the 2018 cf zen and as far as I am concerned this bat is way better.
Right out of the wrapper the bat has great pop!
No sting on miss hits.
Perfectly balanced for a -8 31”.

Pros: Great bat overall had amazing pop probably one if not the best bat I’ve ever used had a great feel to it I hit 8 home runs with it and if you barreled a ball the ball flew. In the cold I never felt a sting, as i did in the past. It wasn’t just one part on the bat the end of the bat too was amazing I was able to hit a line drive on a outside pitch with the end of the bat. I do recommend this bat.

Cons: I did notice as the season went on the bat did kinda lose some pop honestly it was a great bad nothin really there was to fix

Pros: Bat has performed great. Used winter hitting lessons. Only had two spring tournaments. Two over the fence HR,3triples, two doubles,3singles in 12 Abats. Bat had greater exit velocity than Zen Voodo on travel ball hit trax simulator 12u. Great bat for less cost.

Unfortunately, we do not currently have the ability to customize any of Marucci bats, like the Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88, at this point in time.

Tyler

Hi, my son currently swings a Marucci Cat 7 30 inch/22 ounce -8 bat. He says it's too short and too light. He turned 12 in September, and is 5'7 and 135lbs. Should he get the -8 32 inch Cat 8 or should he move up to the Cat 8 -5 bat in what size?

Heather Wied

With the size specs provided for your player, we would suggest a 32" option. The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 option in 32" would add two ounces of weight. The jump to a 32" model of the Marucci CAT 8 -5 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC85 may be too big of a transition for your player; however, we do see most 12-13 year olds swinging -5 bats.

Daveron

Does this bat come in a 2 5/8"?

Laura

The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat (MSBC88) will only be available in a 2 3/4" barrel diameter.

John

Mariucci notes this bat has lower MOI and a balanced feel, as do some reviews, but I have also seen some reviews suggest that it is end-loaded. What are your views on how balanced this bat really is?

Paul

The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 is going to be a balanced bat. However, if you are moving up from a -10 it will feel heavier to swing which could be where individuals are getting the idea that it is end-loaded.

Tyler

My son is 65 lbs 4.6 ft tall. Currently playing with a 29/19 -10 marucci. He needs a 30” but I’m not sure what to buy him. He wants this bat but could it be too heavy for him? Do you know if the specifications USSSA is approved for all fast pitch baseball?

Monika Prewett

The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 could be too heavy for him at this moment, but we do have the 30'' 20 oz in the Marucci CAT 8 -10 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC10. That would be the model that you are looking for based upon the information that you have given me.

Max

Is it ok to hit the Cat 8 in cold weather?

Vinnie

While there is no definitive set of guidelines for bats being used in cold weather, we generally recommend avoiding using your best/game bat once the temperatures get to about 40-45 degrees and below if at all possible. Colder temperatures make the ball a bit more dense, so it causes a bit more stress on impact that normal.

Kyle J.

My 12 year old presently swings a 28" -10 bat. He is 4'11" and 85 lbs. He's in the 6th grade. I wonder whether he should size up to a 29" -8 bat such as this Marucci CAT8 -8?

Billy Q

Around that age is a great time to start transitioning into a heavier bat. The -8 Cat 8 would be a great option with the well-balanced swing weight to ease the move into a heavier bat. Also based on his specifics, a 29" model would be the ideal length.

Tyler

Trying to decide between the CAT 7 and CAT 8 for my 10 year old, 4’ 8”, 77 lbs. What are the enhancements that give the CAT 8 an advantage over the CAT 7?

BADtheDad03

The biggest difference between the Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 and the Marucci CAT 7 will be the AZ105 alloy and the 2nd generation AV2 Anti-Vibration Knob. The AZ105 alloy will be the strongest aluminum on the Marucci bat line and will allow for thinner walls, the 2nd generation AV2 knob will reduce the vibration that a typical one piece alloy will vibrate the hands immensely.

Max

My son is 4'10" and 85lbs. He is 11 years old playing 11U travel. I believe 30" is the correct length, based on your bat coach tool, but am trying to decide between the drop 8 or drop 10. What do you recommend?

Dave D

Based upon your player's height, weight and other players around his age I would recommend swinging a 30'' 22 oz in a Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88. He most likely has been swinging a 29'' 19 oz and the added weight for an 11 year old should not be an issue.

Max

Debating on this bat for our 11 year old. We just received the Cat 8 -10 and he says it feels light. He is 5’1” tall and 112 lbs. Any advice is appreciated!

Tami

Either size should be fine. We typically start to see players using -8 model around age 11 or 12.

Kyle

Is it necessary to break in my sons new Marucci CAT 8 baseball bat?

Daniel Ries

The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 features an alloy barrel and does not need to be broken in like composite options. This bat is ready to go out of the wrapper.

Daveron

My son has an older Marucci Hex 31"/21 oz. He is now 12 and about 5'4" tall, 135 lbs. I am considering moving him to a heavier bat like a drop 8 and going to a 30" bat as he has to transition to a drop 5 next year. Is the Cat 8 going to be the most similar to the Hex and what would be others to consider in a drop 8?

David Bybee

The Marucci Cat 8 would probably be the most similar to the Hex, and is one of our best reviewed models and a great option. Some other options you could also consider would be the DeMarini CF -8, the Rawlings VELO -8, or the Easton ADV 360 -8.

Kyle

Will the Marucci CAT 8 be legal in NCAA tournaments as of 2020?

Victor

The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 is not legal for NCAA as it is not a BBCOR bat. As of 2020, white BBCOR bats are not allowed.

Cameron

Is the size of "large sweet spot" in this cat 8 -8 the same as the "sweet spot" for the Buster Posey model? Are the dimensions of barrel the same?

Charles

The size of the sweet spot will be the same for both the Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 and the Marucci Posey28 Pro Metal -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBP288S.

Jack

What is the difference between the CAT 7 and the CAT 8?

David

The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 features a new alloy compared to the CAT 7 for thinner barrel walls and a higher response rate.

Cameron

What is the best drop 8 for HR derby? I'm thinking the CAT or Zen, I might be wrong on both. Or, is there something else?

Stephen

The Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 is one of the highest rated bats in terms of performance and durability in the -8 USSSA category. With that being said, if seeking a bat strictly for a HR Derby competition, then the Zen would be hard to pass up. This model has consistently rated near the top in performance measurements. For game play though, it does not hold up as long as some other similar models.

Cameron

Is it true that the bat is not suppose to be used below 60 degrees?

Ernest

The warmer the weather the better, that goes for any bat, not just the Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88. With that being said, the Marucci CAT 8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88 can certainly be used in colder weather than 60 degrees.

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